The Central Bank of Peru published an activity update showing Peru’s construction sector grew 6.0% year on year in May 2025, driven by stronger execution of both private and public works. Over January to May 2025, the sector accumulated 4.0% growth. In May, domestic cement consumption rose 7.7%, reflecting higher shipments of bagged cement, increased production in the north and south of the country, and higher imports. Public works advanced 1.8% year on year on the back of higher central government investment, with spending rising in road infrastructure and non-residential buildings while declining in risk-prevention works and basic services.
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Central Bank of Peru reports construction sector grew 6% year on year in May 2025
The Central Bank of Peru reported a 6.0% year-on-year growth in the construction sector for May 2025, driven by increased private and public works. From January to May 2025, the sector saw a cumulative growth of 4.0%. Domestic cement consumption rose 7.7% in May, with public works advancing 1.8% due to higher central government investment in road infrastructure and non-residential buildings.